Lead QA Engineer - System Integration Testing

KPI Partners; Hyderabad, Pune District, Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Partners in Hyderabad, India, is seeking an experienced QA Engineer to lead testing efforts for system integration projects. You will develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and scripts based on project requirements, and track defects to ensure timely resolution.

You will collaborate with development teams, participate in design reviews, and mentor junior QA engineers, fostering a culture of quality while continuously improving testing processes.

Qualifications

• Experience with system integration testing across software components.
• Proficient with test management tools (JIRA, TestRail) and defect tracking.
• Hands-on with automation tools like Selenium or QTP; scripting in Java/Python/C#.
• Known REST/SOAP testing methods; API validation familiarity.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing efforts for system integration projects; ensure components work together.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and scripts based on project requirements.
• Identify, document, and track defects; ensure timely resolution.
• Collaborate with development teams on architecture and integration points.
• Participate in design and code reviews to improve quality and testability.
• Mentor and guide junior QA engineers to foster quality.
• Continuously improve testing processes to boost efficiency.
• Report test progress and insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Software testing methodologies

System integration testing

Agile and DevOps

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

JIRA / TestRail

Selenium

QTP

REST / SOAP testing

Test automation programming: Java / Python / C#

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the testing efforts for system integration projects, ensuring all components function together effectively.
• Develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on project requirements.
• Identify, document, and track defects and issues using appropriate tools, ensuring timely resolution.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand application architecture and integration points.
• Participate in design and code reviews to provide feedback on quality and testability.
• Mentor and guide junior QA engineers, fostering a culture of quality within the team.
• Continuously improve testing processes and practices to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness.
• Report test progress, results, and insights to stakeholders, ensuring transparency in the QA process.

Skills and Tools Required:

• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, including system integration testing.
• Proficiency in test management tools such as JIRA, TestRail, or similar.
• Experience with automation testing tools like Selenium, QTP, or similar.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, or C# for test automation.
• Knowledge of APIs and web services testing (REST/SOAP).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality products.
• Experience in Agile and DevOps methodologies is a plus.